Flying from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU): what you need to know
Kolkata is three hours 30 minutes ahead of Johannesburg and follows the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to make your JNB to CCU flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between JNB and CCU:
Abu Dhabi International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
₹ 37,232 is the best price for a one-way O.R. Tambo International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport flight. Return flights start at ₹ 77,107. These fares may change depending on demand.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from JNB to CCU if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Handy information about O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Of all flights leaving O.R. Tambo International Airport, 77.1% touch down on time at their destination.
To reach O.R. Tambo International Airport from central Johannesburg, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 29 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near JNB:
Arriving at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late O.R. Tambo International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CCU instead:
Set yourself up with a Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport rental car from popular providers like Europcar or Avis. With your own wheels, you can go beyond Kolkata and experience places that fly under the radar.
Booking your ride from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport around four weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to central Kolkata
From Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, Kolkata is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 40 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 55 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
The quietest month for a flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Kolkata based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Kolkata is April, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC and 42ºC. Book your flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between 15ºC and 29ºC. Look for cheap tickets from JNB to CCU sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
Patna is just one of the many places in India waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Kolkata. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include Mahatma Gandhi Setu, Bihar Museum and Golghar.
Ranchi is another sought-after destination in India and is around 322 kilometres west of Kolkata. No trip is complete without seeing Rock Garden, Jagannath Temple and Deer Park.
